Lutz — Food Safety Records
Lutz, Florida has 155 food establishments with 2,675 inspections on record. The pass rate is 91.6%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Umami Sushi in Lutz on February 23, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Lutz Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lutz
91.6%
Pass Rate
91.6%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Lutz
4.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Lutz
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Lutz Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Tap | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Sofresh Lutz | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Outback Steakhouse | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fords Garage | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ny City Woodfired & Ny Pizza | 8 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Keke's Breakfast Cafe | 6 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Tijuana Flats Burrito Co | 5 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| China Moon | 9 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Lutz Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 34,902 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 23,711 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 23,144 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 18,505 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 17,364 |
Lutz Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | Umami Sushi | $400 | 3--2026002412 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Super Tequeno | $200 | 3--2025089961 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Plaza Tapatia Mexican Restaurant Bar and Grill | $200 | 3--2026003381 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Brunchies Lutz | $200 | 3--2025067614 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Bincho Tan | $200 | 3--2025078371 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Marco's Pizza 8117 | $160 | 3--2025060910 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Carrabba's Italian Grill | $160 | 3--2025060949 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Mdp Liquor 20 | $160 | 3--2025071246 |
Lutz Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 10 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 5 |
Lutz: Notable Restaurants
Tavern at Cheval
37 inspections
213 violations
2 closures
Cheddar's Casual Cafe
29 inspections
136 violations
2 closures
Vallarta Mexican Restaurant INC
50 inspections
599 violations
1 closures
Slider & Flight
48 inspections
344 violations
1 closures
Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz
48 inspections
567 violations
1 closures
Sofresh Lutz
9 inspections
26 violations
Lutz: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 4 | 141 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 4 | 277 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 3 | 99 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 160 | 0 |
| Burger King | 2 | 50 | 0 |
| First Watch | 2 | 112 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 2 | 73 | 0 |
| Culvers | 2 | 142 | 1 |
| Subway | 2 | 100 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 2 | 63 | 0 |
Lutz Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lutz?
- Lutz, Florida has 155 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lutz?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Lutz is 91.6%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- What are the most common health violations in Lutz?
- The most frequently cited violations in Lutz are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lutz?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Lutz with 4 establishments.
- How does Lutz compare to the Florida state average?
- Lutz has a pass rate of 91.6%, which is 5.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Lutz?
- Food establishments in Lutz have an average of 17.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Lutz been assessed?
- Food establishments in Lutz have been assessed $15,980 in fines across 51 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $313 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Lutz restaurants?
- 23 fire safety violations have been documented across 14 food establishments in Lutz. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
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Lutz Restaurants & Food Establishments (154)
Dairyqueen of Land O Lakes
17826 APRILE DR, Lutz
15 inspections · 35 violations · Last: Jun 2026Tropical Smoothie Cafe
23673 SR 54 STE E1, Lutz
10 inspections · 35 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dunkin Donuts
17852 APRILE DR, Lutz
11 inspections · 34 violations · Last: May 2026Mellow Mushroom
25662 SIERRA CENTER BLVD, Lutz
6 inspections · 33 violations · Last: Jul 2026Kinkas Bakery Cafe
24020 SR 54, Lutz
9 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Jul 2026Hungry Greek Lutz
23651 SR 54, Lutz
15 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Apr 2026Burger King #10676
3911 VAN DYKE RD, Lutz
12 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Feb 2026Hungry Greek
3947 VAN DYKE RD UNIT 201B, Lutz
11 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2026Dairy Queen Grill and Chill
23671 SR 54, Lutz
9 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2026Subway #37117
1575 LAND O' LAKES BLVD, Lutz
13 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Apr 2026Domino's Pizza #9460
17792 APRILE DR, Lutz
10 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Jul 2026Firehouse Subs #1031
23657 SR 54, Lutz
9 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Jan 2026Mission BBQ
18707 STATE RD 54, Lutz
8 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Apr 2026Lutz Connection
19233 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
11 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Mar 2026Wexford Irish Pub
2741 E COUNTY LINE RD, Lutz
6 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sofresh Lutz
18845 SR 54, Lutz
9 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Aug 2026Louie's Wine Bar
6072 VAN DYKE ROAD, Lutz
9 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Jun 2026Blaze Pizza Store 1415
18701 SR 54, Lutz
6 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sweet Frog Premium Frozen Yogurt
23028 STATE ROAD 54, Lutz
11 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cositas Ricas Bar & Grill
1943 FOGGY RIDGE PKWY, Lutz
4 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Apr 2026